Story of Chester Lawrence: Being the Completed Account of One who Played an Important Part in "Piney Ridge Cottage"

Nephi Anderson

Sep 2022 · DigiCat

About this ebook

Story of Chester Lawrence is the story of a lonesome man on a long journey by ship to find his destiny. Excerpt: "It was nothing, sir. I, too, was just bidding farewell to the Land of Joseph, and I fear my sight was also rather dim." Chester paused and looked at the man who had heard and repeated his remark. No one but a Latter-day Saint would call America the Land of Joseph. He was a pleasant-looking man, with hair and beard tinged with gray, clear blue eyes, a firm mouth, about which at that moment there played a faint smile. He wished to make further acquaintance with Chester, for he asked: "How far west were you looking just now?"

About the author

Nephi Anderson (1865–1923) was a prominent figure in the world of early 20th-century Mormon literature, notably as a novelist who contributed significantly to the genre of Mormon fiction. Born in Norway and immigrated to the United States at a young age, he dedicated much of his work to exploring the intersections of faith, culture, and identity through the lens of his religious background. Anderson's prose often delved into the experiences of Latter-day Saints, with a particular focus on the challenges and triumphs of living a devout life, as seen in his well-known novel, 'Story of Chester Lawrence' — a narrative that entwines the themes of romance, spirituality, and personal growth. Anderson's literary style is marked by its earnestness and didactic intent, aiming to both entertain and edify his readers within the context of his religious paradigms. His works remain a touchstone within the Mormon literary canon and continue to be studied for their cultural and religious significance to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and for their contributions to the broader field of American religious fiction.